James Hutchison

• Assisted in installation and maintenance of overhead and underground power lines.
• Operated specialized tools for safe and efficient electrical line work.
• Installed and maintained overhead pole components and Underground Residential Distribution (URD) equipment.
• Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
• Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
• Worked on both dead and energized lines.
• Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
• Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
• Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical system issues.
• Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.

Performed routine work in the operations and maintenance of water and sewer collection and distribution facilities. Assist in installing and repairing pumps, valves, comminutor grinders, and motors. Perform semiskilled preventive and corrective mechanical maintenance repairs on pumps, pressure regulating and level control valves, generators, piping. meters, comminutors, and valves. Operate and use technical and mechanical equipment such as mowers, flushing equipment, pump alignment tools and other equipment utilized in water and sewer utility operations and maintenance.

• Performed oil changes, fluid checks, and tire rotations efficiently to enhance vehicle performance.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area, adhering to safety protocols consistently.
• Assisted in training junior technicians on best practices for quick lube services.
• Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
• Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.